One of the joys of taking the car is having your own wheels when you land. The trick is making sure your booking matches what's parked on the drive.
The roof box matters
A standard car with a roof box, bike rack or trailer isn't necessarily the same booking as the car on its own. Measure the full length and height where requested, and don't choose a cheaper vehicle category in the hope nobody notices.
What to lift out of the boot
Put passports or other required travel documents, medication, chargers, snacks and a warm layer into a bag you can grab quickly. Once everyone has parked and walked upstairs, vehicle-deck access is often restricted.
Driving away in France
Work out roughly where you're going before you board. Set your navigation up, check current road requirements and leave some slack for getting off the ship. A short coffee stop after the port can make the start of the drive more pleasant.
Routes to compare
Explore the destination
A few things you might be wondering
Can I take a roof box?
Declare the vehicle dimensions accurately in the booking flow and check the confirmation.
Can I return to my car?
Vehicle-deck access may be restricted, so take essentials with you.